Please select functions of the lymphatic system to test your understanding of its characteristics and functions.

> Provides a route for the return of extracellular fluid to general circulation
> Carries away excess fluid from inflamed tissue
> Conducts surveillance, recognition, and protection against foreign materials through a system of lymphocytes, phagocytes, and antibodies
> Contains red blood cells for the transport of oxygen and carbon dioxide
> Located in intestinal tissue to enhance the digestion of ingested food
Provides a route for the return of extracellular fluid to general circulation
Carries away excess fluid from inflamed tissue
Conducts surveillance, recognition, and protection against foreign materials through a system of lymphocytes, phagocytes, and antibodies


> Provides a route for the return of extracellular fluid to general circulation
> Carries away excess fluid from inflamed tissue
> Conducts surveillance, recognition, and protection against foreign materials through a system of lymphocytes, phagocytes, and antibodies

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